Planting trees …
Volunteers can sign up to plant trees in their community from April 20-24
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) will celebrate Earth Day by planting trees throughout the greater Philadelphia area April 20-24, 2023, with support from more than 80 of its PHS Tree Tenders groups, neighborhood volunteers and community organizations . Over 1,400 trees are to be planted. (Photos Pennsylvania Horticultural Society)
PHILADELPHIA — The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) will celebrate Earth Day by planting trees throughout the Philadelphia metropolitan area April 20-24, 2023, with support from more than 80 of their PHS Tree Tenders groups, neighborhood volunteers and community organizations. Over 1,400 trees are to be planted.
PHS promotes healthier, greener communities by expanding and enhancing tree canopies in neighborhoods throughout the Philadelphia area through this biannual initiative.
Volunteers interested in getting involved in tree planting can register at: https://phsonline.org/programs/tree-programs/get-involved
Tree canopy, or the amount of land shaded by trees, has been shown in studies to improve health and communities, including a decrease in heat-related illnesses and lower rates of violence. It is believed that ‘good’ canopy cover accounts for 30% of the total land area. The city of Philadelphia has only 20% network coverage overall, and in certain boroughs it is only 2.5%. These shockingly low numbers have prompted PHS to raise tree canopies, particularly in areas with few trees and above-average temperatures.
No prior experience is required to participate in the tree planting process, which typically takes 3 hours at the designated location. A group leader from PHS Tree Tenders will be present at all planting sites to guide and encourage the volunteers. Everyone is asked to bring hand sanitizer, gloves, closed-toe shoes, a water bottle, and a shovel if you have one. Planting tools such as shovels, pickaxes, brooms, garbage bags and other items are provided on site. Specific details for each location are available through the website. Attendees are also advised to dress appropriately as the plantings will take place rain or shine.
Visit https://phsonline.org/tree to learn more about volunteering for this event.
How to use the link above:
1. After clicking the “FIND A TREE PLANTING NEAR YOU” button, look at the map to find it GREEN shows where volunteers are still needed
2. Click on the green dot for time and location
3. Click on the Volunteerhub link to log in or register for an account
4. Follow the prompts to log in
With a focus on the Philadelphia area, the PHS Tree Tenders semi-annual training program provides individuals and volunteer organizations with cost-effective tree care training. To date, over 6,000 people have become certified PHS Tree Tenders, helping to plant over 25,000 trees in Greater Philadelphia neighborhoods since the program began over 30 years ago.
For questions about tree programs and PHS tree tenders, please contact trees@pennhort.org.
By contributing to the PHS More Trees Please campaign, you can support PHS in its efforts to plant trees in the Philadelphia area. Each spring and fall, PHS works with volunteers from across the Greater Philadelphia region to plant trees at little or no cost to local residents. Donations to More Trees Please are essential to provide the funding for the trees, equipment and supplies needed to make these plantings viable. Learn more at PHSonline.org/patrees.
ABOUT PENNSYLVANIA HORTICULTURAL COMPANY
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS), an internationally recognized non-profit organization founded in 1827, uses horticulture to promote the health and well-being of the Greater Philadelphia Region. PHS programs create healthier living environments, improve access to fresh food, expand access to employment and economic opportunity, and strengthen deeper social connections between people. PHS work spans 250 neighborhoods; an extensive network of public gardens and landscapes; year-round learning experiences; and the nation’s signature garden event, the Philadelphia Flower Show. PHS offers everyone the opportunity to garden for the greater good as a participant, member, donor or volunteer. For information and to support this powerful work, please visit PHSonline.org.
TREE TENDER PLANTS SPONSORS
Several groups support PHS efforts to improve the quality of life in the city and region and strengthen ties with communities. PECO provides critical support to PHS Tree Tenders activities, PHS Tree Tenders plantings and the PHS Canopy Restoration Initiative in the area.
Additional sponsors include AQUA an Essential Utilities Company, Bartlett Tree Experts, the HBE Foundation, Penn Treaty Special Services District, Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Pennsylvania Urban and Community Forestry Council, Philadelphia Collaborative for Health Equity, Philadelphia Division of Housing and Community Development, The Philadelphia Phillies, and Pennsylvania Gas Works.
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